Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (SLS) Powder
Sodium lauryl sulfate is a common anionic surfactant derived from sulfated lauryl alcohol, widely used in shampoos, toothpastes, and foaming cleansers. It falls under HTS 3402.39.90.10 as a salt of sulfated alcohol that meets the surface tension reduction test for organic surface-active agents. This powder form is typically supplied in bulk for industrial formulation.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If non-anionic type like cationic or amphoteric
Classification shifts from anionic (3402.39) to other organic surface-active agents if chemical structure doesn't qualify as anionic.
If imported as prepared mixtures with fillers or additives exceeding simple salt form
Prepared chemical preparations not specifically covered elsewhere fall under 3824, not pure surfactants of 3402.
If put up in consumer-ready scouring paste form with abrasives
Surfactant-based cleaning preparations in non-bar forms classify in 3405, per Chapter Note excluding abrasive powders from 3401 but directing to 3405.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify purity and ensure COA confirms it meets Chapter 34 surface-active agent tests (0.5% solution reduces surface tension to ≤45 dyne/cm)
• Provide detailed chemical composition and CAS number (151-21-3) on commercial invoice to avoid misclassification as soap
Related Products under HTS 3402.39.90.10
Magnesium Lauryl Sulfate Powder
Magnesium lauryl sulfate, a divalent salt of sulfated lauryl alcohol, functions as a thickening surfactant in toothpastes and creams. Under HTS 3402.39.90.10 for salts of sulfated alcohols as anionic agents. Powder is dry-blended into formulations.
Sodium Coco Sulfate Granules
Sodium coco sulfate from sulfated coconut-derived alcohols (C12-C18 mix), used in solid shampoos and bars. HTS 3402.39.90.10 applies as salts of sulfated alcohols. Granular form for easy tableting.
Potassium Oleyl Sulfate Liquid
Potassium salt of sulfated oleyl alcohol for emulsifiers in creams. Anionic agent under 3402.39.90.10.
Sodium Myristyl Sulfate Crystals
C14 chain salt for specialty detergents. HTS 3402.39.90.10.
DEA Lauryl Sulfate 40% Solution
Diethanolamine salt for high-foam cleaners. Under 3402.39.90.10.
Sodium Cetyl Sulfate Paste
C16 chain for creams. Anionic salt HTS 3402.39.90.10.